Great catering service - perfect call on the amount needed for our party. BBQ pork and chicken were…read morea big hit. Order was ready at assigned pick up time. Definitely a "do again" for our association picnic! STARS to Darrell's.

Darrell's catered for our group of slightly over 200. Delicious, hot and on time. We've used…read moreDarrell a few times and the service and food is always excellent. He is very easy to deal with and very happy to help with suggestions.

Real Texas BBQ in southwest Florida - Finding great bbq in Florida can sometimes be a daunting…read moretask, I've eaten lots of bbq and consider myself somewhat of an bbq aficionado having enjoyed bbq across this great country, every region has their own unique and different styles so believe me when I say all bbq is not created equal. Texas bbq has always been at the top of my list after traveling and working in Texas for decades and experiencing what I think is some of the best on the planet. I admit my expectations were pretty high long before I walked through the door here - just from the exterior and interior ambiance I immediately knew these people are serious bbq people and some of the friendliest you'll ever meet. In my opinion eating bbq should be an experience yes the meat preparations are of the utmost most importances but the sides, and desserts also have to be on point as well and of course fresh brewed tea. I wanted to try it all which is not reasonable so I read the menu, scanned the daily specials board(s) and also considered the recommendations by our wonderful server. We enjoyed some great sandwiches and sides and couldn't of had a better lunch during our drive through southwest Florida. Chopped Brisket Sandwich - the bun was fresh and toasted perfectly so it held up to the sauce that I drenched on the beautifully smoked meat, the lean to fat ratio was absolutely perfect and the smoked flavors came through making this one of the best bbq sandwiches I've eaten in a very long time. Pulled Pork Sandwich - the perfectly smoked pork was piled high and very lean, this is a big and delicious work of art. We ordered the sauce on the side so we could control the portion and it worked out great. Pinto Beans - these beans are cooked down until they melted into the smooth and creamy broth that was filled with onions and jalapeño peppers - these are a must try especially if you top them with some fresh raw onion and a few dashes of the Tabasco Pepper Vinegar table side the only thing I regret is that I didn't get a quart of these to take back to the campground. Fried Okra - Crispy deliciousness a southern delicacy served with ranch dressing, this combination is never a disappointment when done right and they do the okra right here. It was nice to get pickles and raw onions on the side, in my opinion if a bbq joint misses this step they don't understand what a bbq experience should be. We really enjoyed our meals here and appreciated the hospitality from the staff, great food, great service all at a reasonable price is always a winning combination, this is definitely a place I hope to return to soon...

Such a nice and helpful staff. Loved the food and the dessert was amazing! We had a party of 6 and…read morethey were very accommodating.

Really fun atmosphere with tons of outdoor seating and live music. You can either order at the…read morecounter and seat yourself or there's another part of the restaurant where you can be waited on. We ordered at the counter and everyone we interacted with was friendly despite them being busy. As far as the food-- my husband got shrimp tacos with homemade chips and I got fried catfish with beans, potato salad, and Texas toast. My husband said the tacos were good but he wished there was some more boom boom sauce. I tried his chips and I thought they were good, but needed a little salt. They have salt and pepper + sauces in a certain area so that is an easy fix. My fish was delicious. I'm from the south and I thought there was no way the fish would be comparable. However, the breading was perfect and it definitely had just come out of the fryer. They gave you a lemon to squeeze on top which I also appreciated. The potato salad was absolutely delicious 10/10. The beans were good, but they are sweet (more like brown sugar baked beans). I like my baked beans more savory. My husband loved them though. Texas toast was buttery, but definitely had been sitting under a heat lamp. I didn't care-- still thought it was good. The fact that the food is good and fast once you order is pretty miraculous considering how busy they were.

I am super sad this place is closing! This was truly one of a kind, old school Florida, BBQ ,…read moreBrews, and Live music type of place. Right up my ally. It's situated off a winding river in Venice that I think connects to the Ocean. We went on Sunday and it was PACKED! Wow! The bluegrass band was great and people were seated at tables, and their own lawn chairs so obviously they came prepared. The people working the place were very nice and they have a good well oiled system as far as ordering and your order coming out. Now the food was not cheap, but it was some great BBQ. We got the shredded pork and the Texas Brisket and my dad said the brisket was some of the best he has ever had. They have pitchers of cold beer with the frozen metal cubes in the center. And even though it was a hot day, we thoroughly enjoyed our food and drink. Not to mention the river that is located right next to the venue. It was great scenery to sit and be around the water even though it wasn't the ocean. I hope you all know how great this place is and get to try it before it goes away. I think countdown is 60 days. To the owners: This place will be missed and I am sure you have heard that from 1000s of people. Thank you for serving the community and creating a great atmosphere for us to enjoy

Best donuts anywhere!! (haven't tried the BBQ). However…read morethe prices may be a little steep. But in my case I think the quality of their products is worth it.

We got the sticky pig and it was delicious! Highly recommend, great portion for the price, Just…read morewish it was warmed up more! The chocolate donuts are rich, and best apple fritter I've ever had. Will be back!

I don't leave reviews unless something is exceptionally good or bad w a place. I was in Sarasota…read morefor a very brief minute. I was looking for a highly rated Cuban place on Tamiami Trail but they were out of business and I instead stumbled across two women w a smoker in a gas station parking lot (at 6000 N Tamiami Trl, Sarasota, FL 34243). I got the pulled pork dinner platter w mac n cheese and dirty rice w a Carolina bbq sauce. Dare I say that meal - in a gas station parking lot- was the tastiest thing I've had in a looong time. The pork and sauce was tender, juicy, flavorful. Just amazing. The Mac n cheese too was outstanding. The rice was was fine just fine but the other two items. Amazing. It seems to me these ladies have not been in this location long, but don't over look them. They just have it going on.

Went when they first opened, no beer or liquor, might be different now. Had the brisket, asked what…read morekind of bbq sauce they had and was told "regular". For a bbq place, they should be experienced in different sauces. Also, the brisket was dry. No table service either. Maybe things are different now.

Deserves 4 stars, except for one situation. Order on Uber Eats for pick up included four wings…read more$11.99 (promo). I received 1 1/2 tenders. Drove back. Received explanation that the Venice location does have wings. Asked for two more tenders. No go on that. Advice: dine-in only so you don't have to drive back to fix order. I like the place and its people; however, you may run into 'management can't do that'. They would trade a bad review for two tenders (strangely I didn't order tenders to begin with).

First time visit for a quick lunch. I went with the special which was 1/4 chicken with choice of…read moreeither sliced pork, pulled pork, or sliced beef and a choice of two sides. Food came out fast and staff was friendly. Restaurant was empty besides my party as they had just opened. Food had a nice smoky flavor and the house sauce was excellent. Worth a try if you are craving bbq.

Catered a get together of friends, the food was amazing, chicken, pulled pork, brisket, potatos,…read morecarrots and coleslaw - everyone had a wonderful time and NO One left hungry :) Thank you Lindsay and Allen

I had this food catered at a party I attended. The food arrived on time and was setup too. I will…read morecomment on the foods I ate below. Deviled Eggs - These were great. The filing on top of the hard-boiled eggs was creamy with a lot of flavor. Charcuterie - This was a standard plate with what appeared to be fresh meats, fruits, and vegetables. Pulled Pork - This was great. The pork was very tender with limited fatty pieces. There was a ton of flavor to this, and BBQ sauce was not even needed. St. Louis Ribs - These were tasty too. They came right off the bone, not dry, and even better when BBQ sauce was added. They were probably my favorite item tried of the day. Potato Salad - This was not bad. The potatoes were a little inconsistent by some being hard and others soft. The mayo base was tasty. There seemed to be a little mustard present, which balanced the mayo flavor, whatever it was, it was a nice compliment. House Salad - This was a standard house salad. I would have liked to seen more items besides spring mix used, but not a big deal. The balsamic vinegar dressing was the key here. It had a thick texture and was very good. Will I go back? Yes.

We have been coming here every Wednesday for the past 6 to 8 months. I guess that tells you we must…read morelike the place. The food is a great value and pretty good too. Of course the service is great. You have to go here if you're hungry.

We split the pixie dust boneless chicken wings with a side of hot sauce. It was delicious. The…read moretater tots were nice and crispy. Our dog really likes this place. They bring her water and lots of love music bingo on Mondays is our favorite. It's so much fun to listen to 60s and 70s music. the beer is pretty cold as well. The service is spot on with very friendly waitresses. This place has a wonderful vibe to it.

Honestly the best bbq brisket I've ever eaten.. I had the sliced/moist brisket sandwich, with…read morehomemade pickles, picked onions and coleslaw with one side. Even the bun was excellent. The side of fries was equal to 3 orders. The brisket was perfection..I didn't even use any bbq sause.. and the homemade veg trio was stellar. Husband's mac and cheese and pit beans were superb. Staff was so friendly, and the owner even came out to say hi...Highly, Highly recommend this little gem...oh, and there's pizza too. VERY creative. Below is just a snapshot of the leftovers I had to bring home...Huge portions were too much for me!

Are they open? We used to go to Marlowes weekly and they just disappeared one day. I heard they…read moreopened this place but they never look open and never answer the phone. Any info?

Really great service. The Thursday wing special is terrific. Where else can you have 10 wings and…read morea sweet tea for $14? Clean and cool place filled with locals and tourists.

So glad I found Food + Beer for my trips to Venice Beach. Great food, drinks, and vibes. Best food…read moreI've had and comparable to Tampa places. Pleased with every drink and flavor and even came back for a second night on my trip. The Buffalo Chicken Wedge salad is my favorite with the jammy 6-min egg. I will be back and love the staff. Bartenders and servers are amazing! I will be back on all my future trips.